July 2017

A limited space shouldn’t deter you from creating a small but beautiful en-suite bathroom. En-suites can be crafted using an existing space, such as a walk-in wardrobe, or constructed using partition walls inside a bedroom.

Making the most of a small space

Whilst an en-suite should include at the very least a toilet and sink, even the most petite of spaces can include a shower. Walk-in showers come in an array of shapes and sizes to suit the most minimal of areas. Showers don’t have to be confined to the corner of the room, as a D shaped unit can be situated in the middle of the wall. Should you have limited space for a door to open fully, try a hinged one. You could even convert the en-suite into a functional wet room. These types of en-suite bathrooms have a central drain in the floor and unenclosed showers, making them highly contemporary and functional.

If you have room, a ‘slipper bath’ is a stylish and modern addition to your en-suite bathroom. They are traditionally shorter than typical bathtubs, and can fit into a reduced space with minimal effort. The high side enables people to rest their backs, soothing away the days stresses and making the bathing experience a pleasure.

Small touches, big impact

There are a number of other ways in which you can maximise the space in an en-suite bathroom:

Floating fittings such as under sink cabinets expose more of the floor and give the illusion of more room.

If you can, try adding a skylight. More natural light will open up the room, giving it a light and airy feel.

Go for light coloured fittings, as dark colours make a small space look more cramped and boxy.

Use free standing storage for bottles and towels, as being able to move them about will result in more space being made available.

Using tiles of the same shade on both the walls and floor will give the room a more expansive feel.

En-suite bathrooms are one of the biggest attractions for home buyers, and can add significant value to your home. The initial outlay of creating your en-suite will have a big return in the future, should you sell your home.

Now you know what you CAN do with an en-suite – why not go and create the en-suite you always dreamed of!

A large bathroom can really add a touch of luxury to your home, giving you an elegant uncluttered space to truly unwind and relax in. Unfortunately, this does have its downside; it can be hard to fill it so that it doesn’t seem cold and empty. So just how do you find the balance between a bathroom that is overfilled and one that looks too big?

Go big

You have the space so use it. Luxurious fitting like freestanding baths are perfect for larger bathrooms, in fact they need plenty of space or they will look cramped and out of place. Large Whirlpool bath tubs are a great way to fill an empty corner of the bathroom and the extra space means that large freestanding shower cubicles can be added to your bathroom without compromising on the space in any way.

Think about the walls

In a small bathroom, uncluttered walls can help to make the room look bigger, of course the opposite is true in a large bathroom. Think carefully when you are planning a larger bathroom, this is a good place to add some colour. Go bold and add a real splash of something vibrant, it will really help to make the bathroom look warmer and cosier. You could also add an extra heated towel rail; this will serve two purposes, it will help to heat the bathroom up and will also fil up some of that wall space. You could also consider a floating shelf, or two to hold some decorative candles or even a picture.

The floor

Don’t forget the floor in your bathroom, this is a big expanse and whilst tiles can be beautiful, the wrong ones can add to the cold feel of your bathroom. Mosaic or vintage style tiles with a larger pattern are ideal in a larger bathroom where they can really break up the space and add a bit of a feature. If you do go for plain tiles, and there is nothing wrong with this then add a luxurious rug to break up that space; this will also add a cosy element to the floor.

Lighting

The right lighting is always important. In a larger bathroom, really bright lighting can make it seem bigger and will make it look very cold, opt for muted subtle lighting that will help to give your bathroom a warmer glow and help it feel cosier.

With these tips and tricks, filling a large bathroom without making it look too cluttered is just as easy as filling the bath that’s in it.

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